The Doe Fund, which works to break the cycle of homelessness, incarceration and recidivism has received a temporary certificate of occupancy for Muller Residences, a four-story affordable and supportive housing development for veterans in the Wakefield section of The Bronx.

 

Located at 555 Nereid Avenue, according to the website YIMBY, the 51,000 square-foot building brings 90 units of affordable and supportive housing to the local community, with 54 residences allocated for formerly homeless military veterans. MHG Architects is responsible for the design.

John McDonald, executive vice president of Real Estate at The Doe Fund said New York City’s recovery from the pandemic has been a wonder to behold, but the City must ensure that the recovery is shared by everyone. “That means addressing the housing crisis by providing vulnerable New Yorkers with a place to call home,” he said. “It means improving public safety by alleviating the root causes of crime: poverty, lack of opportunity, and mental illness. Muller will uplift individuals, families, and veterans struggling to escape homelessness after bravely serving our country. With comprehensive, onsite social services, tenants will have access to the support they need to live with dignity and stability.”

 

The residential site is a former Army Reserve center that once manufactured torpedo gyroscopes, and was acquired by The Doe Fund in September 2013 from the federal government. The nonprofit’s redevelopment plan consisted of a gut overhaul to better meet local community needs, revitalize the property, and create affordable housing and new community spaces. The remaining 35 affordable units will be rented to low-income residents, with one unit reserved for a live-in superintendent.

On-site supportive services for tenants include comprehensive case management, health care support, job preparedness, employment training, and drug and alcohol prevention. Amenities include 24-hour staffed security, a private yard, a laundry room, bike storage, a 123-seat auditorium for community events, an exercise room, a basketball court, and energy-efficient appliances in the residences.

 

According to YIMBY, Muller Residences will begin accepting tenants later this month. Norwood News reached out to the Doe Fund to see how prospective veterans can apply. We did not receive an immediate response. The following contact information was listed on their website: info@doe.org and (212) 628-5207.